Nyamira Governor Nyaribo faces his third impeachment by MCAs over alleged misconduct and irregular appointments. In security news, 10,000 police recruits have begun training, as TSC prepares to hire over 9,000 teachers. Politically, UDA and ODM have dismissed former Deputy President Gachagua's election rigging claims regarding the upcoming Magarini by-election, with IEBC cautioning staff against misconduct. Gachagua also called for IG Kanja's resignation following violence in Narok.
The Kenyan government has significantly increased security for the upcoming November 27 by-elections. Security agencies have deployed both uniformed and plainclothes officers to 22 electoral areas to address rising tensions and isolated incidents of violence. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) is deploying these officers to specific areas like Mbeere-North, Malava, and Kasipul. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has pledged heightened security for the Mbeere North by-election, vowing firm action against any attempts to disrupt the polls. In addition, the IEBC has issued a stern warning to its staff against colluding with candidates, stating that those caught face prosecution.
Preparations are complete for the upcoming by-elections this Thursday, with enhanced security measures put in place. The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) confirmed its readiness after a security meeting. Ahead of the by-election in Kasipul Constituency, 900 security officers have been deployed to ensure peace and security. The IEBC also announced enhanced security measures for Mbeere North constituency and stated it will deploy both plain-clothes and uniformed police officers to hotly contested areas. In Mbeere North, IEBC's top officials met with security personnel to ensure a smooth electoral process.
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Nyamira Governor Nyaribo has been impeached for the third time by MCAs over gross misconduct and irregular appointments. Meanwhile, 10,000 police recruits have begun training, and TSC will recruit over 9,000 teachers. In politics, UDA and ODM have criticised former Deputy President Gachagua's election rigging claims relating to the upcoming Magarini by-election, with IEBC warning staff against misconduct. Gachagua also demanded IG Kanja’s resignation over violence in Narok.
Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) leader Rigathi Gachagua demanded the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja following violent clashes in Narok on Monday. A subsequent campaign rally led by Gachagua in Narok was disrupted by police who fired teargas. Gachagua also accused IEBC Vice Chairperson Fahima Araphat Abdallah of misconduct and planning to rig the Magarini by-election. The United Democratic Alliance (UDA) condemned the accusations as a "political tantrum," while the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) threatened legal action. IEBC Chairman Erastus Ethekon defended his deputy against Gachagua's allegations.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has accused the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) of interfering in the Magarini by-election. In response, the IEBC assured Rigathi Gachagua of a free and fair election on Thursday and issued a stern warning against inflammatory remarks. Opposition leader Kalonzo Musyoka also issued a warning to the IEBC against election rigging in the upcoming by-elections. Separately, the IEBC is facing new challenges concerning an attempt to abolish the national tallying center. Following this, Senator Okiya Omtatah has filed a lawsuit against the IEBC, seeking an order from the court to prohibit the national tallying center.
Prominent political figures are facing immense pressure in the upcoming by-elections in Kenya. In the constituency of Banisa, preparations are underway for a by-election that could potentially alter its historical political landscape. A fierce electoral contest is anticipated in Banisa between Ahmed Maalim of UDA and Isaac Malela of PLP. The Vocal Africa group has raised concerns about the political climate, citing preliminary findings that indicate widespread violence and electoral malpractices. The group's report highlights heightened tensions and irregularities as key characteristics of the by-election environment.
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